In this episode we discuss:

- Why he joined the Army

- What was appealing about joining the Special Forces

- Talking through the selection course- what that involved

- Where does motivation come from

- Why conviction is important for self-leadership

- Talking with conviction and believing in what you are speaking about

- Good leaders vs bad leaders

- Importance of emotional intelligence for leaders

- Different leadership styles

- Some of the great leaders he has worked with and been led by

- Cameron Baird VC

- Why trust is an integral part of leadership

- The definition of leadership

- Why it is important to stick to the mission

- Why the mission is bigger than the individuals

- Differences between the military and corporate world

- Why humility and vulnerability are key components of great leadership

- The importance of being human as a leader

- Leadability vs Likability

- Being decisive as a leader

- Leadership can be trained

- Being proactive as a leader

- Learning from your mistakes as a leader

- The importance of constantly reviewing